Asia-Pacific markets opened predominantly higher on Thursday, with investors awaiting key business activity data from Australia, Japan, and India as the trading day progresses. The recent decision by the Bank of Korea to maintain its benchmark interest rate at 3.5% aligned with expectations, though market participants are keenly watching for any indications of potential policy adjustments in future communications. The Bank of Korea decided to keep its benchmark interest rate steady at 3.5%, a move that was anticipated by market observers. Traders are particularly interested in the language of …